I always say it but do I always really mean it?

I always catch myself saying, "never do anything for someone expecting something in return."

Do I really mean that?

I think a lot of times I say it but in the back of my mind I kind of do. I learned early in my life that I can't expect anything from anyone even people that are the closest to you. I was let down a lot by expecting things and this has in the past made me a VERY cold person. Thank God that it hasn't kept me that cold person. Most of you who know me, know I would do anything for the almost anyone, even someone I don't know if I have the ability. I just have to keep reminding myself what I always tell myself.

"Never do something for someone expecting anything in return. Do it cause you love them and want to."

Every Year

I just no realized the combinations of things I was eating. Every year before Jenn and I went to Raft Rally we had to go and buy 2 snacks Goldfish from Costco and bulk Runts. Both of which I am currently eating. I just found that funny and such an odd combination. We still did it every year for 5 years.

Look what Katie found while running.....

Katie and Patrick went running Monday morning and she sent me this link today of Donna and Kelly's house from 90210. You too can stay there for only $300 a night. Just get a few girls together and you will be in the "Beach House".

It is that time of year again

It is one of my favorite things to do all year. Next weekend I will be making pickles. I am so excited for that smell through out the house. This year I am going to try and make a few other things. Plum Jam, Blackberry Jam and Sour Kraut. I am excited to try new things.

Watch where you are walking----

This is what happens to your leg when you are not watching where you are going, walking through the gate and upset because you can't find 2 little 4 year olds that are suppose to be in the back yard. Oh yes it is the size of a baseball. Nobody ever said I was graceful. I think I got that trait from my Mother. Oh and you should see all the other ones on my body from last weekend. That was just the worst of them.

Too Busy....

Sometimes we think we are too busy to pray. That is a great mistake, Praying is a saving of time.

Where did June & July go?

Chris and I moved into our new house 2 months ago on the 19th and we still aren't settled in. Shouldn't I be organized by now? I had to look back at my calendar to find out where all the weekends and days went. Looks like they were all full with Timothy Lake, weddings, birthdays, trade shows, recitals, baby showers, girls nights, and a tons of fun times. And I wonder where all my time goes........

Here are a few pictures of all the good times over the last few months.

When I was in LA for 2 weeks I decided to go down and stay with Bryan, Fina and the kids for the weekend. I had a GREAT time relaxing and hanging out by the pool in the sun. I can't wait to go back and visit hopefully soon.

Penelope had her first dance recital in June. It brought me to tears watching her dance her little legs off.

Kasey giving Jamie's belly kisses.

For the 4th of July we went over to Johnny's this year and had a great time BBQ'ing and hanging out. I am sure there will be many more nights at Johnny's this summer.

Tricia and Madi playing game at our house.
Chris and Garrett playing on the trampoline.

In June Meme finally got her goats on June 10th she brought home Belle and Betsy.

Tanner Jenkins was born July 1st.

Reina and I after Tanner's baby shower.
Tyler loves for mommy!
Zach got glasses and looks like a mini Thomas. It is amazing!!

Zachri turned 6 on 7/25. It seems just like yesterday LindsEy was going into have him and here we are 6 years later getting ready for him to go into 1st grade.
Parker playing at Zach's birthday party. This little boy has no fear when it comes to the swimming pool.

As you can see we have had a BUSY 2 months but it has all been worth it. I really like our new house and the new neighbor hood. I miss our old house but I find new reasons each morning that make me smile. Whether it is Jack and Shiver being lazy, Kona wondering when we are going to play or all the wildlife in the pond behind us. On Monday I saw 2 raccoons crawling around in the grass. Last night we came home and heard a noice right by the fence. Kona started barking at it when we looked it was a possum playing possum. I think I will unpack on Sunday it looks like we will be staying a while. :)

Kona wants to go outside and play. Jack being lazy in a GAP bag his favorite place to sleep. Kelsey and put him in her purse the day we brought him home. He has loved bags ever since.

My new friend that has been in the pond every morning for the last week.

Now we are on to August. We have more birthday's, a wedding in Idaho, family days and maybe a camping trip.